Maccabi Haifa Defender Lisav Issat to Leave Training Camp for Bristol City Transfer

Lisav Issat, the central defender of Maccabi Haifa, is set to leave the team's training camp in Hungary as he moves forward with securing a work permit for his transfer to Bristol City. The English club will pay 2.5 million euros for the player, who also holds a Romanian passport. Issat is expected to undergo medical examinations at Bristol City before finalizing the signing. Several clubs showed interest in Issat, but Bristol City was the most serious contender.

Alongside Issat's departure, Maccabi Haifa's management recognizes the need to recruit at least one foreign defender, especially since the return of Pedro is uncertain. Negotiations are underway with Huddersfield Town's defender Radinio Balcer, with personal terms already agreed upon and discussions continuing regarding the transfer fee.

Additionally, Maccabi Haifa is monitoring the condition of Elad Amir, who is currently undergoing rehabilitation. Should Amir be sidelined for an extended period, the club plans to pursue signing another defender. These moves come as part of the club's efforts to strengthen their defensive lineup ahead of the upcoming season.